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Rust

#B0521C

Rust is a warm medium color with the hex code #B0521C. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 176, 82, 28 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 53%, 84%, 31% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Rust Color Values

HEX
#B0521C
RGB
176, 82, 28
HSL
22°, 73%, 40%
CMYK
0, 53, 84, 31

About this color

Rust sits at 22° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 73% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Rust work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Rust in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 53%, 84%, 31% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Rust

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B0521C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 176, 82, 28;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B0521C',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 53%
Y: 84%
K: 31%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(176, 82, 28)
rgba(176, 82, 28, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B0521C?
#B0521C is Rust, a warm medium color with RGB values of 176, 82, 28. It has a hue of 22°, 73% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #B0521C?
The RGB color code for #B0521C is rgb(176, 82, 28). This means it contains 176 red, 82 green, and 28 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Rust a warm or cool color?
Rust (#B0521C) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #B0521C in CSS?
You can use #B0521C in CSS with: background-color: #B0521C; or color: #B0521C; or as an RGB value: rgb(176, 82, 28). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 53%, 84%, 31%.